#workforce-development

#workforce-development

"OpTIC Path has become a critical engine for workforce readiness across North America," Deborah Kish, Vice President of Research and Workforce Development at the Fiber Broadband Association said in a press release. "This award and the enthusiasm we're seeing from colleges, students, and employers show that momentum is building-and we're just getting started."

The funding of $1.74 million will enhance the Stand Out, Achieve, and Rise Internship Program, aiding young adults' career development and community service engagement.

Too often, companies launch into technical assessments or training without a clear strategy. Yet, data from CompTIA shows a staggering 93% of IT leaders acknowledge a gap between current and desired workforce skills.

The American Tech Fellowship will unlock the potential of American workers ready to enhance their technical skills in an AI-driven era.

"A driver who can't understand English will not drive a commercial vehicle in this country. Period," Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy said last month while announcing enforcement guidelines that take effect on Wednesday.

Emma Nyhof McLeod, co-author of the report and senior policy analyst at Georgetown CEW, emphasized the need to inform students of high-paying middle-skills careers, stating that they are often overlooked.

Without an X-ray, the radiologist isn't doing anything. Without a vitals monitor, the nurse can't tell you what's going on."

A skills matrix identifies employees' technical abilities while a competency matrix assesses their effectiveness in various roles and alignment with company values.

We think about our talent in a more integrated way, allowing our vision to hire, develop, and grow lawyers who possess a blend of skills.

The implementation of this age of appointment gives the DOC the flexibility to bring in more qualified applicants while providing them with early access to a fulfilling career in corrections.

"After years of shuffling Americans through an economically unproductive postsecondary system, President Trump will refocus young Americans on career preparation."

"We know the value added when somebody is adequately trained before they're deployed... It would be a disservice to our system should we not fund and support this effort."

Most technicians pick up their skills on the job, usually under the guidance of distributors, but there's no standardized training program for newcomers.

To meet new mission needs and manage the escalating risk and threat environment, it's more important than ever that federal agencies harness the expertise of their internal workforce.